Chapter 156: The Plan to Form the Tang Sect Was Shattered
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The news of the Strength Clan's overnight extermination quickly spread.
Although it was widely suspected that the Spirit Hall was behind the massacre, the lack of concrete evidence meant that the matter remained in the realm of speculation.
This brutal incident occurred right in the imperial city of Tiandou, a blatant provocation to the authority of the Tiandou Empire's royal family. It caused Emperor Xue Ye to lose face and fall into a rage.
In response, he tightened security measures and personally oversaw a wave of deployments, vowing never to let such an atrocity occur again in Tiandou City.
Yin-Yang Ice and Fire
Long Chen was immersed in cultivation. A gentle ripple of soul power surrounded him, perfectly harmonized with the surrounding natural world.
At that moment, a green-gold figure streaked through the sky like a dazzling meteor and landed silently beside him.
The newcomer was Dugu Bo.
He had just returned from Tiandou City, bringing back some essential supplies.
"Xiao Chen, a major event happened in Tiandou City. The entire Strength Clan was wiped out, and their mansion was reduced to ashes."
"Really? That must be the work of the Spirit Hall."
Long Chen's expression remained calm, as if he had foreseen this outcome.
Dugu Bo nodded solemnly.
"Yes, anyone with clear eyes can see that the Spirit Hall was responsible. But Yue Guan and old Gu did it flawlessly, leaving no trace behind. Even if people know the truth, they can only seethe in silence."
"Even with evidence, what could anyone do? In the face of the Spirit Hall's overwhelming power, resistance is but a futile gesture."
"Exactly. In this world ruled by strength, power is the only truth. Everything else is meaningless. What we must do is continually become stronger. Only then can we one day challenge the injustices and darkness we face."
Long Chen nodded with a faint smile.
The fall of the Strength Clan meant one less enemy for him an unexpected advantage.
Spirit City, Pope's Palace.
After hearing the report from Yue Guan and Gui Mei, Bibi Dong smiled with satisfaction.
"Although you didn't bring Long Chen back, you found traces of the rabbit and even encountered a soul beast nearing 200,000 years in cultivation. That's an unexpected gain."
Gui Mei responded calmly:
"Unfortunately, the rabbit slipped through our fingers."
Bibi Dong waved it off lightly.
"She won't escape. And that enormous soul beast likely has nowhere else to hide but the Star Dou Great Forest. As long as they remain in the forest, we'll find them eventually."
"Your Holiness, should we increase the search efforts and return to the forest to find their tracks as soon as possible?"
"No need. The time is not yet ripe. Acting prematurely will only alert the enemy. When the time comes, I will let you know."
Bibi Dong secretly calculated in her heart. That colossal soul beast the Sky Blue Bull Python was the perfect choice for her second martial soul, the Soul Devouring Spider Emperor. But she still needed time to consolidate her cultivation and break through her current bottleneck.
That day was near, but haste would only hinder her progress.
Changing the subject, Bibi Dong praised the two elders:
"You did well destroying the Strength Clan without leaving any evidence. Without their support in producing hidden weapons, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's influence will diminish and return to its former limits."
Yue Guan spoke up:
"Your Holiness, Ning Fengzhi is ambitious. If Tang San returns, there's a high chance he will aid him in producing hidden weapons again, creating another threat to the Spirit Hall."
Bibi Dong's face darkened instantly, a cold gleam flashing in her eyes.
"Tang San is indeed a significant threat. Intensify the search. If you find him, kill him immediately no need to report."
Then she mentioned Long Chen again.
"And that Long Chen... Since he's turned his back on us, there's no reason to spare him. If you encounter him again kill him on sight."
Yue Guan and Gui Mei exchanged glances.
Though Yue Guan hesitated briefly, he could only bow his head before Bibi Dong's absolute command.
"Yes, understood."
Bibi Dong waved her hand dismissively.
"You may go. Be prepared. Soon, I will lead you into the Star Dou Great Forest myself to carry out our plans."
"Yes."
The two elders bowed respectfully and left the hall.
As their figures disappeared, Bibi Dong's gaze softened, becoming deep and introspective.
"Xiao Gang... I will go to the Star Dou Great Forest personally. I hope to find the miraculous herb that can help you..."
Tang Hao led Tang San northward.
Stopping for rest at a roadside tea shed, they overheard passersby discussing the destruction of the Strength Clan.
Tang Hao's face darkened, his deep-set eyes reflecting a storm of anger and sorrow.
His clenched fists trembled slightly, rage seething beneath his calm surface.
But years of hardship had taught him to restrain himself.
He only bowed his head in silence, his eyes lost in memories of the Strength Clan's past loyalty.
Tang San was stunned.
The Strength Clan wasn't just his father's old allies they were crucial to his plan of reviving the Tang Sect.
Their exceptional smithing skills were essential to producing hidden weapons.
Now, with the Strength Clan gone, Tang San's grand vision had been dealt a severe blow.
"Dad... It must've been the Spirit Hall!"
His voice trembled as he struggled to accept this painful truth.
Tang Hao slowly raised his head, his gaze distant and full of complexity.
"Spirit Hall... I will make you pay."
"Dad, are we still going to Slaughter City?"
"Of course."
"Then promise me while I'm in Slaughter City, don't seek revenge on the Spirit Hall."
Tang Hao gently placed a hand on Tang San's shoulder.
"Xiao San, don't worry. Focus on your task. Turn grief into strength. Remember what I told you you only have two years to survive the Hell Road."
"I understand, Dad."
Tang San nodded solemnly, his eyes resolute.
From Tang Hao, he had learned that escaping the Hell Road would be no easy feat.
But he believed in himself he would finish this trial in less than two years.
There was no time to mourn.
The two continued their journey.
By dusk, they arrived at a small town.
Inside a local tavern, under Tang Hao's silent guidance, Tang San initiated a slaughter. Through blood and fury, he discovered the entrance to Slaughter City and without hesitation, leaped in.
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